Line Cook - Community Kitchen, Hawaii

The Salvation Army USA Western Territory; Ewa Beach (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Hawaii is seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate menu items in a fast-paced, health‑conscious kitchen. You will work under the Kitchen Manager, ensuring recipes are followed and food is presented attractively.

This full-time, non-exempt position requires a HS diploma, a current Food Handlers Permit, and 2 years of cooking experience. The role emphasizes teamwork, sanitation, and adherence to Salvation Army policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Current Food Handlers Permit.
• Two years of food preparation and cooking experience and able to read and understand recipes.
• Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities will be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items following recipes and yield guidelines, according to Supervisor and department standards.
• Be aware of any shortages and make arrangements before the items run out.
• Ensure that all food is handled and cooked in a wholesome, sanitary manner. Ensure that excess items are utilized efficiently.
• Maintain kitchen and supply room in a sanitary and organized fashion and strictly abide by State sanitation/health regulations and department requirements.
• Maintain proper storage procedures as specified by Health Department and department requirements.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the line, floor, and all kitchen stations.
• Follow plate presentation specifications as directed by the Supervisor. Ensure wait help are informed of items and amount of available menu specials throughout the meal period.
• Assist in Kitchen inventory and ordering. Order the weekly supplies as directed by the Supervisor and ensure that supplies are received and stored correctly.
• Observe correct and safe usage and care of all machinery in the kitchen. Document any maintenance needs and submit to the Supervisor.
• Ensure that all opening, closing and side work duties are completed to Supervisor's standard before signing out.
• Inform Supervisor of any kitchen problems.
• Make recommendations to the Supervisor regarding menu, recipes procedures, food supply, quality, sanitation, etc.
• Maintain and promotes a team environment at all times.
• Follow and ensure adherence to The Salvation Army Policies and Procedures.
• Maintain the Code of Ethics policy, which has been established for the Kroc Center Hawaii.
• Attend staff meetings and other administrative meetings.
• Maintain regular and punctual work attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Hawaii is seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate menu items in a fast-paced, health‑conscious kitchen. You will work under the Kitchen Manager, ensuring recipes are followed and food is presented attractively.

This full-time, non-exempt position requires a HS diploma, a current Food Handlers Permit, and 2 years of cooking experience. The role emphasizes teamwork, sanitation, and adherence to Salvation Army policies.